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Compass Van Lines is a story of success in Austin, Texas. The company was founded in October 2001 with only 1 truck and 2 men and by 2003 we already had 5 trucks and a crew of more than 20 employees. Now we own a fleet of trucks and continue to grow every day handling over 600 moves per year.

As a full service moving and storage company we provide for all your relocation needs in one complete package. We handle both residential and commercial moves of any size with many levels of services. We also have a secure, fireproof storage facility available. You can select the way we calculate your moving cost. Yes, you decide how we will charge you, whether it is by volume or by weight.

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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Moving out of State Tips and Help

These moving out of state tips are a useful guide to a smooth relocation.

Plan the change of utilities – cut them at your current living place and prepare to run them in the new place. Arrange everything in advance so that when you do actually move your work will be done.

Consider costs – When relocating into a new state the price is defined by space reservation, the amount of volume in cubic feet of your items for relocation. And this is how you will be charged – not by the hour like it is on local moves. In order to know exactly how much your move will cost you ask for a quote. Out of state moving costs will differ depending on the specifics of your move and what state you are being moved to.

Reduce your load – Start de-cluttering as soon as you know you are relocating. With the stuff you won’t move you can do several things: throw some useless ones away, donate to the Salvation Army or another organization, give away to family or friends, or just sell at a moving sale which will also bring you some incomes, too.

Get on with the packing preparations as early as you can – Since an interstate move will usually take longer don’t risk doing everything in the last minute. The movers will inventory every item going onto the truck in order to keep track of your shipment and give them a ‘lot’ number. They will wrap and protect all of your larger furniture items being moved for transport. This level of services takes time but is mandatory in order to protect your things. Everything must be in a box so make sure all miscellaneous items are packed up. Full Service and Partial Packing Services are available at an additional cost. Ask your relocation specialist for details.

Keep important items and essentials with you –Don’t pack and leave to the movers any important items like paperwork, jewels, credit/ debit cards, check books, etc. If you are taking a flight to your new home these important items should stay with you on the cabin for an extra level of security. Keep an essential body care, clothing or cooking items with you.

Plan the move-out/move-in dates – Arrange them with your landlord and the moving company. Your delivery out of state will be loaded in to a semi-truck along with several other customers being delivered in route. That being said you must allow for a delivery window or time frame to receive your things. Another reason why it is best to keep essential

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